Farewell to Dortmund? Kobel responds to transfer rumours | OneFootball

After persistent transfer rumors, Gregor Kobel himself speaks out and takes a clear stance on his future at BVB. At the same time, the goalkeeper dispels the image of alleged unrest in the Dortmund dressing room.

Even amid ongoing speculation about his sporting future, Gregor Kobel remains a calming presence at Borussia Dortmund. There is constant talk around BVB about a possible transfer of the goalkeeper. Nevertheless, the 28-year-old makes it clear that other topics are currently more important to him.

The Swiss player feels firmly rooted at the Ruhr club and currently sees no reason to consider leaving. “I feel very comfortable in Dortmund. That’s why it’s not an issue for me at all right now,” Kobel told Sport Bild. The environment at BVB is especially important to him: “I know what I have here – this club, these supporters, the South Stand, this force with 25,000 fans behind us. That’s something very special.” He further emphasizes his attitude: “And as long as I’m here, I will give everything every day.”

From a sporting perspective, there are plenty of reasons for continuity anyway. Kobel is under contract until 2028 and has been one of Borussia’s most reliable performers since his move in 2021. That his name regularly appears among top international clubs is hardly surprising given his consistently strong performances. Clubs from the Premier League in particular are said to be keeping a close eye on the BVB keeper.

Unrest at BVB? Kobel contradicts the public perception

In addition to transfer questions, Kobel recently also commented on the often critically perceived atmosphere surrounding BVB. Although Borussia Dortmund finished the first half of the season in second place with only one defeat, the sporting assessment was not entirely positive everywhere. Discussions about playing style and public criticism from individual players – such as Nico Schlotterbeck – nevertheless caused unrest in the environment. Coach Niko Kovac was also criticized at times.

Internally, however, Kobel says, the excitement is experienced very differently. “Not within the team,” the keeper made clear when asked about possible tensions. He added: “Of course, a lot is written about us, but that’s nothing new,” and pointed out that at a club the size of BVB, every development is followed particularly closely. However, something else is decisive: “What people sometimes perceive from the outside does not reflect how things are in our dressing room.”

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